Pantespani – Greek Sponge Cake With Orange

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Pantespani - Greek Sponge Cake with Orange, A Delicious Dessert Recipe
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Prep

25 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 eggs , separated
2 cups granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups self-rising flour
3 tablespoons of grated orange peel
2/3 cup water
margarine or cooking spray
flour
3 cups water
1 cup granulated sugar
3 -4 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon orange blossom water
1 large orange , juice of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
260
Sugar
36g
Fat
4g
Pantespani, also known as Greek Sponge Cake, is a popular dessert in Greece and other Mediterranean countries. This cake is known for its light, fluffy texture and sweet orange flavor. It is often served at family gatherings and holidays or with a cup of coffee or tea. The syrup adds a sweetness to the cake and makes it very moist. Because of its delicious flavor, it's a perfect choice for celebrations, but it is also easy to prepare and can be stored for a few days.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.Beat the egg yolks with the sugar and salt until light and fluffy.
3.Sift the cornstarch and flour into the egg mixture and fold until just combined.
4.Fold in the grated orange peel.
5.Beat the egg whites until they hold stiff peaks and fold them into the batter.
6.Grease and flour a 9-inch (23-cm) cake pan.
7.Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
8.Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9.While the cake is baking, prepare the syrup
10.In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the water, sugar, cloves, cinnamon, and orange juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, until thickened.
11.Add orange blossom water and let it cool.
12.Using a chopstick or toothpick, poke holes all over the top of the cake.
13.Pour the syrup all over the cake and let it soak in for a few minutes before serving.
14.Slice, serve and enjoy!

PROS

This sponge cake is fluffy, moist and full of orange flavor.

The syrup gives the cake a delicious sweetness and makes it very moist.

It is a perfect dessert to serve with tea or coffee.

It can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container for a few days.

CONS

This cake is high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It can be difficult to make because of the number of eggs and different ingredients used.

The syrup can make the cake too sweet for some people’s tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not the healthiest dessert option, it contains Vitamin C from orange juice, which is good for the immune system.
It can provide an energy boost from the sugar content but should not be relied on as a daily source of nutrition.

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